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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide

Daytona Beach, Florida

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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide is a private institution in Daytona Beach, Florida recognized by Abound as one of its Best Online Colleges. The school serves a significant population of adult learners, with more than 6,900 undergraduates over the age of 25, and offers online coursework designed to support students balancing education with work and other responsibilities.

Overview

School Type

  • Online
  • Private

Website: worldwide.erau.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:No

Demographics

Part-time students
6,402 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:2,384
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:6,866
  • Pell Grant students:2,125
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:8,037
  • Part-time students
    73%
  • Students over 25 years old
    76%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$485
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$20,183
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Online & Distance Programs


Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Communication Journalism and Related Programs(1)
  • Engineering(1)
  • Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields(2)
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
  • Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(3)

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  • Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians(1)
  • Transportation and Materials Moving(2)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(6)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:44%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:14%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
2,728 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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